Michael Fingland

Aug 5, 2024 | theceomagazine.com | Michael Fingland

With the World Bank forecasting that more than half the world’s economies will underperform even 2010’s low growth averages, businesses will find themselves under increasing financial pressure in the back half of 2024 and beyond. In the face of global economic underperformance, it’s imperative for business owners to consider implementing strategies to survive any downturn and thrive when conditions bounce back.

Jan 30, 2024 | dynamicbusiness.com | Michael Fingland

While the climate crisis and pandemic were the two most obvious metaphors for the comet in the movie Don’t Look Up, the Don’t Look Up moment for Australian small and mid-market businesses in 2024 relates to AI and productivity. These – along with workplace exhaustion and mental health issues – are issues the sector just cannot ignore.

Oct 30, 2023 | theceomagazine.com | Nina Mapson Bone |Michael Fingland |Donna McGeorge |Tyneshia Dise

The concept of meaningful work is dynamic and changes over time. Businesses that provide meaningful work enjoy the benefits of higher engagement levels, lower withdrawal intentions and rates of absenteeism, and increased employee commitment to the organization. It has also been found to significantly increase measurable organizational performance, even so far as to strengthen and protect its performance during downturns and downsizing.

Oct 30, 2023 | theceomagazine.com | Larry Robertson |Michael Fingland |Donna McGeorge |Tyneshia Dise

Organizational success starts at the top. The quality of leadership has the biggest impact on the bottom line. Successful businesses are those with good leadership. But there’s a serious problem. Businesses around the globe are facing an urgent need for leadership improvement. According to a report, leaders account for at least 70 percent of the variance in employee engagement scores.

Oct 24, 2023 | theceomagazine.com | Michael Fingland |Tyneshia Dise |Mike Rahamti |Adam Jaffrey

With global economic indicators looking very much like those in the lead-up to the global financial crisis (GFC), businesses that make the effort to boost their resilience will have a much better chance of survival. The global economy is challenging, from interest rates and inflation to ESG demands and the threats and opportunities of the rapid proliferation of generative AI.